Lemon Migrant vs Wool Carder Bee
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Lemon Migrant | Wool Carder Bee |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Catopsilia pomona | Anthidium manicatum |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Pieridae | Megachilidae |
| Size | 55-70 mm wingspan | 10-17 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Underground |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | South Asia, Southeast Asia, Australia | Western Europe, Central Europe, Southern Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Lemon Migrant
Variable coloring from white to deep yellow with a reddish spot on hindwing underside. A widespread and migratory tropical pierid.
Did You Know?
Its multiple color forms are genetically controlled and occur across the species entire range.
Wool Carder Bee
A robust yellow-and-black solitary bee whose females scrape plant hairs to line their nests. Males are territorial and aggressively patrol flower patches, even attacking bumblebees.
Did You Know?
Males have five sharp spines on their abdomen that they use to body-slam intruding bees.